1975 BMW 1602 vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1602. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1602.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 BMW 1602. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi Q3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 1602 | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 1602 | Q3 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |